Ocean 5 Hotel

Being about a two-minute walk from the boardwalk was a huge plus, and we hardly needed the car during the trip. The staff were friendly, I felt safe, and the room’s upgrades, soft bed, and comfortable pillows made for a good night’s sleep. The rest of the room, including the bathroom, was clean. Parking is free with a pass, though the spaces feel tight when the hotel is full. Check-in was easy, and the front desk woman was kind. There’s a $100 deposit, so come prepared. Under the bed was a different story. It hadn’t been swept, and I found socks, mini lotions, dust, random trash, and two dead roaches. There was also a long black hair under the zip-up mattress protector, and I can’t figure out how it got there. The window setup bothered me too: it has a blackout screen but no sheer curtain or blinds. With the curtain open, people can see right into the room; with it closed, it’s completely dark. Sheer curtains would let in daylight while giving guests privacy. The office was hard to spot, and I walked past it. A clear sign saying “Office” would help. Wi-Fi was very weird: you connect through the TV, but then you’re stuck with Roku live TV rather than using it like a normal smart TV. The room has a nice hotel feel, while the exterior looks more like a motel. Updating the outside would bring it in line with the interior. It was a good stay overall, but the dirt and bugs under the bed mean I probably wouldn’t return. If you want an affordable spot close to the beach and don’t mind the motel-style exterior, it gets the job done.

I play music around Myrtle Beach often and booked here because it was close to my venue. The strong reviews helped me choose it, and I was pleasantly surprised when I got into the room. It was clean and had hardwood floors, black-and-white decor, a comfortable bed, plenty of bathroom space, a large push-button commode, and a roomy shower with a big showerhead. It had everything I needed, and the price was a bargain compared with nearby options. I stumbled onto a little gem, and I’ve found my new home away from home.

My experience was atrocious. The remodel looked cheaply done, the beds were low to the floor, and I saw critters and crawlers around. The walls were paper thin, the doors seemed almost open even when shut, and I was unimpressed that there wasn’t an ice machine. I found the hotel on Expedia. After hurting myself at the beach, I accidentally got blood on a sheet while I was sleeping. They kept my deposit to replace that one sheet. It wasn’t ripped or deliberately damaged, and I don’t believe the sheet cost what they kept. It felt like an excuse to hold onto the money, and I found it completely unacceptable.

The staff were wonderful to work with, and the bathroom was especially nice and clean. My wife and I came here after being placed at the Day's Inn by Windham, where the ceiling above our tub was falling in and leaking water. We ended up with a great stay and saved $300 by switching hotels. I’ll definitely stay here again. Thanks, Fifth and Ocean.